Police appeal following fatal road traffic collision near Exeter
Two teenagers died in the crash in the early hours of this morning (Thursday 8 August)
Last updated 8th Aug 2024
Two teenagers have died following a road traffic collision near Exeter.
Devon and Cornwall Police are appealing for witnesses and information following the incident on a back road at Haldon.
Officers were called at around 01:20am this morning (Thursday 8 August) after it was reported that a single vehicle collision had taken place involving a Silver Peugeot 107.
Sadly, the 18-year-old male driver and a 16-year-old female passenger were pronounced deceased at scene.
Two other passengers, a male and a female aged 16 and 15, are in a critical condition.
A 16-year-old passenger also sustained injuries not deemed serious.
All next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.
Sergeant Phil Brown, of the Serious Collisions Investigation Team, said: “Our thoughts are with the families following this tragic incident.
“We understand the community will be concerned about this incident involving young members of our community. I wish to reassure the public that specialist officers are investigating the circumstances that led to the collision and would particularly like to speak to any witnesses who we have not yet spoken to.
“If you witnessed the incident or have any information or dashcam footage that could help with enquiries, please contact police via our website here or by calling 101 quoting log 49 of 08/08/2024.”